Serving 430 students in grades 1-4, Edgar F. Hooks Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Massachusetts for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 34% (which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 42%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 19% (which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 44%).
The student-teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Massachusetts state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 92% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 49% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 1-4
- Enrollment: 430 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 92%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MA
- Math Proficiency: 34% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 19% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Edgar F. Hooks Elementary School's student population of 430 students has declined by 17% over five school years.
The teacher population of 40 teachers has grown by 14% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 1-4
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
430 students
Total Classroom Teachers
40 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Edgar F. Hooks Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,626 schools in Massachusetts (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Edgar F. Hooks Elementary School is 0.25, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.66. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1277 out of 1626 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
34%
42%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
19%
44%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
8%
Hispanic
86%
26%
Black
5%
10%
White
8%
51%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)45.1%
22.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
34%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Red Devil
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Edgar F. Hooks Elementary School's ranking?
Edgar F. Hooks Elementary School is ranked #1277 out of 1,626 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Massachusetts.
What schools are Edgar F. Hooks Elementary School often compared to?
Edgar F. Hooks Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Frank M Sokolowski Elementary School, George F. Kelly Elementary School, William A Berkowitz Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
34% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 42% MA state average), while 19% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% MA state average).
How many students attend Edgar F. Hooks Elementary School?
430 students attend Edgar F. Hooks Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
86% of Edgar F. Hooks Elementary School students are Hispanic, 8% of students are White, 5% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Edgar F. Hooks Elementary School?
Edgar F. Hooks Elementary School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 12:1.
What grades does Edgar F. Hooks Elementary School offer ?
Edgar F. Hooks Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 1-4 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Edgar F. Hooks Elementary School part of?
Edgar F. Hooks Elementary School is part of Chelsea School District.
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